You Are Here : Home / Government/ Agencies, Departments, and Offices / Climate Action, Sustainability & Resiliency / High Performance Buildings and Homes / Energize Denver Hub - Existing Buildings / Buildings 25,000 sq. ft. or Larger

Buildings 25,000 sq. ft. or Larger

Denver requires all buildings 25,000 sq. ft. and larger to follow all three sections of the Energize Denver Ordinance:

Existing buildings have been subject to annual benchmarking since 2016. In 2022, Denver established energy performance requirements based on the building's primary use and how the building performs today. Buildings will have to meet two interim performance targets in 2024 and 2027. These interim performance targets will help you reach your final performance target in 2030.

Benchmarking Requirements

One of the key components of Energize Denver compliance is your annual Benchmarking Report. Learn more about this requirement how to submit your Benchmarking Report.

Performance Requirements

Large buildings must meet specific energy efficiency requirements over time. Learn more about the Performance Requirements, Alternate Compliance Options, enforcement policies, and more.

Energize Denver Electrification Program

Replacing A/C or space and water heating equipment? Learn about how heat pumps are better and get a heat pump rebate while they last!

Technical Guidance

Get the full technical guidance document for buildings 25,000 sq. ft. and larger to help you with all the details of complying with the Energize Denver Benchmarking and Performance Requirements.

Find a Form

Looking for a form or application? Find them all right here: classification forms, exemption forms, alternate compliance applications, and more.

Help, Resources and Incentives

Find industry playbooks for professionals, financing and incentives to help you meet the Energize Denver requirements, and more information to help you understand and comply with Energize Denver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find the answer to your question? Check here to see some of the questions we get asked the most about Energize Denver requirements for large buildings.

Requirements for New Construction and Major Renovations

Looking to comply with the 2022 Denver Energy Code or achieve even higher levels of energy performance? Learn about the energy code and find resources to help you at every stage of your project.

Roof Replacement Requirements: Green Buildings Ordinance

When existing buildings 25,000 square feet and larger replace their roof, they must install a cool roof and select one of the Green Buildings Ordinance compliance options. Learn more here.